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YWE 381

1957 MG A

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,830 mi
Last recorded35,830 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1957 MG A18,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWE 381
MakeMG
ModelA
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,830 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 35,263 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 33,566 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 33,511 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2009 30,450 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 29,723 miles

How Reliable is the MG A?

Based on 15,457 MOT tests across 1,952 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 230
brake binding 224
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 222
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 202
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 183
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YWE 381 is a 1957 MG A in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1957 MG A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWE 381, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG A typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 69 years old, this MG A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YWE 381?

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What year was YWE 381 registered?

YWE 381 is a 1957 MG A, first registered on 18 March 1957.

Is YWE 381 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWE 381 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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